A miniature take on the backyard roller coaster that would take the stage at the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals competition in 2021.
Introduction
This project was created as a part of an Odyssey of the Mind competition. Designed to mimic a log flume ride for a amusement park themed performance, this team constructed a fully functional roller coaster segment that challenged modeling, fabrication, and mechanical engineering skills.
Role
3D modeling, construction of roller coaster and cart
Concept Design
Construction
Forming pipes, assembling structure, building cart
Testing
Initial testing involved bags of mulch which evolved into later human testing
Final Product